ICRI-NE Dinner Presentation: Navigating Boston's Facade Ordinance
2026-01-20 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Granite Links, 100 Quarry Hills Drive, Quincy, MA, 02169, United States
Our January 20 ICRI-NE Dinner Presentation will feature four (4) local industry experts who will provide participants with the practical information they need to navigate Boston’s Facade Ordinance.
PRESENTATION SUMMARY: In 2022, the City of Boston amended its Facade Ordinance (Section 9-9.12) to strengthen public safety through more rigorous inspections of building exteriors. The Ordinance requires licensed professionals to conduct periodic evaluations of exterior walls and appurtenances and submit certified reports. It applies to buildings over 70 feet in height and vacant structures exceeding 35,000 cubic feet. Key updates to the Ordinance include specific facade condition classifications—Safe, Unsafe, and Safe with a Repair and Maintenance Program—to prevent structural and cladding failures and protect pedestrians and property.
Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates (WJE) brings extensive experience in navigating these requirements and coordinating with Boston’s Inspectional Services Department (ISD), particularly when unsafe conditions demand immediate action. Collaboration with skilled masonry contractors, such as P.J. Spillane Company, is often critical for temporary stabilization of Boston’s prevalent masonry facades. This presentation will outline compliance requirements, inspection protocols, and enforcement mechanisms, providing building owners and professionals with practical guidance to meet these safety standards.
SCHEDULE: 5:30 p.m. Networking & Cocktails | 6:00 p.m. Buffet Dinner | 6:30 p.m. Presentation (60 minutes)
LOCATION: Granite Links, 100 Quary Hills Drive, Quincy MA
